Ballard's Beach Resort

I’m posting this review in winter because I am wishing I WAS AT BALLARD’s RIGHT NOW!!!specifically eating the best lobster roll I had all year! I love Ballard’s! I love taking the ferry there and feeling like I am on vacation for the day. Ballard’s is more than a regular beach day. It’s a fun party with a resort feel. The slushies are perfect for a hot day (even more perfect when you get them in a fun cup) and the live music on the beach elevates the entire experience, creating an unbeatable atmosphere that feels like a celebration without ever being overwhelming. You have to check out Ballards if you are in Rhode Island. And when you go, get the lobster roll!!

Good evening, September 21st or 22nd, I went to Block Island with friends and I was very excited to take them to Ballards. My first time here was in May this year. I have to say the oysters were my absolute favorite. I ordered two dozen for myself. I was very excited to show my friends and have them try oysters for the first time. Unfortunately they didn’t get to try because the oysters that came out looked very discolored and dilapidated. I was so so excited to have the oysters again but on Sunday it was nothing like the oysters you served before. The difference was night and day. I didn’t complain or send it back because we were still waiting on the rest of our food. The price of $48 was worth it to me when it was fresh, but on Sunday I had to force myself to eat it so I don’t waste al

Perfect spot to grab a meal before heading back to the mainland! The chicken lettuce wraps were a fantastic starter, and the entrées were just as delicious—I left already wanting to come back. Pair that with the gorgeous beachside view, and this place is the ultimate place on Block Island for dining!

You can spot Ballard’s long before you reach Block Island. Those iconic blue cabanas are the sure sign you’re in for a true VIP experience. I’ve been coming here for more than a decade, and if I had to sum it up in one word it would be: consistency. The service? Always top notch and reliable. The food? Exceptional every time. The vibe? Consistently perfect. For me, Ballard’s is more than a destination, it’s personal. My husband and I were married here 11 years ago, so staying on the property is always special. The rooms are clean, spacious, and carry a breezy, tropical feel that instantly relaxes you. What makes Ballard’s truly stand out, though, is the owner, Steve. He’s in a class of his own. I swear this man never leaves! He’s always walking around, making sure everything is just rig

Couldn’t have asked for a better experience for my friend’s bachelorette! We rented a cabana, and I’m so glad because we had plenty of shade and space for our group of 6 to hang out. Having a buzzer for our waitress was a plus that I wasn’t expecting and definitely appreciated throughout the day. The food and drinks were great, and we were at ease seeing security nearby and keeping an eye on things. Would absolutely consider coming back to rent a cabana again for another beach day!